Souvenir Shops Association Meets with Minister of Tourism

The newly formed Maldives Association of Souvenir Shops Executive Committee met with Minister of Tourism Dr Abdulla Mausoom to discuss souvenir-related concerns with the business. 

During the meeting, participants discussed how to create more fruitful opportunities for the souvenir business community and how to improve local souvenir production.  

The pandemic has definitely been challenging as new measures and restrictions were imposed on guests travelling to local islands, which in turn significantly impacted the souvenir business. Guests visiting the islands on day-trips from resorts, safari boats, and cruises were halted, along with guesthouse stays on local islands coming to a complete stop.  

However, as numerous hotels have all of their employees completely vaccinated, the situation has improved, with measures easing up to allow foreign visitation.